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Ime Udoka makes his feelings clear on his expectations for Marcus Smart and Bruce Thornton in 2026-27 for the Rockets.

Here's everything you need to know about Sky vs. Fever today, including TV channel and streaming options for the WNBA game.

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SAN JUAN, PR - MARCH 12: Kiki Iriafen #15 of the USA Women's National Team dribbles the ball during the game against Puerto Rico during the 2026 FIBA World Cup Qualifying Tournament on March 12, 2026 at Coliseo Jose Miguel Agrelot in San Juan, Puerto Rico. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (P...

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Mavericks Klay Thompson‘s future in Dallas remains uncertain, but Dustin Lewis of Mavericks On SI writes that the team has little reason to rush into a buyout. The Mavericks currently have 16 players under contract and will eventually need to make another roster move. Thompson has been viewed as a possible buyout candidate, but Jake […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Klay Thompson, Kings, Zach LaVine, Pacers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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For a team that entered the 2026 season without its franchise star, the Minnesota Lynx have surprised fans. With her contract set to expire after the end of this season, Napheesa Collier missed 27 games after undergoing her second ankle surgery on March 24.

The Warriors could use another proven scorer. The Nets could use more future flexibility. So naturally, somebody has connected the dots. Sai Mohan of Heavy floated a hypothetical trade proposal that would send Michael Porter Jr. and Terance Mann to Golden State in exchange for Jimmy Butler and a protected 2030 first-round pick. Under the […] The post NBA trade proposal sends Michael Porter Jr. to Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Cavaliers The Cavaliers may have missed on LeBron James, but Chase Brownawell of Cavs On SI argues Jonathan Kuminga could still give the offseason a much-needed lift. Kuminga, a free agent who ended last season with the Hawks, remains one of the more intriguing young wings potentially available. Brownawell’s case centers largely on defense. The […] The post NBA Notes: Cavs, Jonathan Kuminga, Suns, Dillon Brooks, Timberwolves appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream couldn't make it two in a row on Friday night, falling to 19-12 on the 2026 WNBA season after a 79-74 loss to Sonia Citron and the Washington Mystics. The Dream were coming off an impressive 96-82 win on Wednesday over Alyssa Thomas and the Phoenix Mercury. Guard Allisha Gray led Atlanta with 26 points on 11-of-23 shooting, six rebounds and two assists, while Shakira Austin led the Mystics with 21 points on 7-of-11 shooting.

Kelsey Mitchell has quickly become one of the WNBA’s most prolific scorers over the last two seasons, averaging 22. 15 points, but the Indiana Fever star is set to watch the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup from the sidelines after being snubbed.

Los Angeles scored the game's final eight points to beat Minnesota 89-82 on Thursday, ending the Lynx's 10-game winning streak at Target Center.

Now, the Sky look to make it two straight when they host Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever on Saturday afternoon. Part of Chicago's struggles this year, aside from trading away Angel Reese, comes from injuries. Newcomer Rickea Jackson suffered a torn ACL in the fourth game of the year, forcing her to miss the rest of the season.

The Storm's season ended without them even taking the court, eliminated by a Mystics team that has quietly turned its own rebuild around.

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LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers have big expectations going into the 2026-27 NBA campaign. One of James’ former teammates hopes to have another reunion by being on the roster in the near future. James announced his choice to join the 76ers this summer, signing a two-year deal that includes a player option in the […] The post Ex-LeBron James teammate continues to lobby for 76ers roster spot appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Veronica Burton scored 22 points, Gabby Williams added 19, and Kayla Thornton finished with 11 points and 10 rebounds as Golden State Valkyries beat the Dallas Wings 94-76 on Friday night. The Valkyries (22-9) had a franchise-high 27 assists and extended their winning streak to three games in front of a crowd of 16,444 at American Airlines Center, home of the NBA's Dallas Mavericks. The Wings will play their 2027 home games at the arena.

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The issue of transgender athletes’ participation in women’s sports has become a hot-button topic in the WNBA after Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham spoke out against it, apparently to protect her fellow female athletes from the unfair advantages. The sports world’s reaction to the matter has been deeply divided, with some siding with Cunningham and others opposing her position.

Although he was initially expected to stay on Dusty May‘s coaching staff with the Mavericks, Josh Broghamer will be leaving Dallas to join the Magic, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line (via Twitter). Both Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News and Grant Afseth of DallasSportsJournal.com have confirmed the news and report that Broghamer […]

Kennedy Burke scored 15 points, Brittney Griner blocked a 3-point attempt at the buzzer, and the Connecticut Sun rallied to beat the Phoenix Mercury 75-72 on Friday night. Connecticut guard Leila Lacan went 1 of 2 at the free-throw line with 32.2 seconds left for a 73-70 lead, and added two free throws on the Sun's next possession to regain a three-point advantage. Phoenix inbounded with 12.9 seconds left with no timeouts and Kelsey Plum’s 3-point attempt was blocked by Griner at the top of t...

The Hornets traded away two starters this summer in LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, but Coby White is confident the team can rise up the Eastern Conference standings in 2026/27, according to Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer. “I think we’ve got a really, really good team,” White told Boone. “We’ve got a lot of […]

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When people discuss who is the GOAT in basketball, it’s often a debate between Michael Jordan and LeBron James. On an episode of “The Big Podcast” hosted by Shaquille O’Neal, he questioned why former teammate Kobe Bryant isn’t included in the conversation. Shaquille O’Neal questions why Kobe Bryant isn’t considered in GOAT debates. “There’s only...

Chelsea Gray and Olivia Miles. | NBAE via Getty Images The 2026 edition of the WNBA’s Rivals Week officially begins on Saturday. Now in its second season, the guidelines that govern the league’s designation of “rivals” remains a bit unclear, with a combination of geographic proximity between teams, teams with historic or still-developing track records of intense clashes and players perceived as possessing somewhat contentious, competitive on-court relationships determining which matchups will...

The Women’s National Basketball Players Association denounced “hate, abuse, and demonization” of the transgender community in a statement Friday amid public uproar over Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham’s recent stance against trans participation in women’s sports. In its statement, the union called on fans to report anyone spreading hateful rhetoric at games. It did not reference Cunningham by name or weigh in on whether trans people should be able to compete freely, but stated broadly that

NBA insider reveals the latest in ongoing extension talks between Jalen Duren and the Pistons.

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler trolled Steph Curry in a recent series of pictures posted on Instagram. Butler, who is on a trip to Amsterdam, posted pictures of his overseas workout — but with a twist. It appears Butler photoshopped Curry’s face over his own in each of the five photos. Jimmy Butler played...